Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 3 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,340kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 carries 1,340kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 3 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg / 3000kg | 500 kg |
| Payload | 1690kg / 2070kg | 350 kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 150 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 3, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Shuttle 3 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,340kg more
Serves motorsport competitors and classic car owners who want their car fully enclosed for weather and security on longer tows. The two gross weight options let a buyer match the trailer to a lighter classic or a heavier modern performance car.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
The Galaxy SW385M16 suits owners of small motorboats who need some flexibility in trailer length, since its adjustable frame extends to suit different hull lengths up to about 4.6m. Its sliding galvanised axle lets the owner fine-tune nose weight for safer towing behind a smaller car.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,340kg more. The Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter in two gross weight options, fixed or tilt-bed; the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is a a small adjustable-length boat trailer in Sun Way's Galaxy range, with a sliding axle to help balance the load when towing..
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 3, by 1,340kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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